What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ophthalmic Photographer I position at West Virginia University Hospital, Inc?
The ophthalmic photographer is responsible for caring for and ensuring proper calibration and operation of all photography equipment. This includes but is not limited to, archiving images, uploading images and assisting in trouble shooting equipment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1. High school diploma or equivalent required.
2. Must obtain Certified Retinal Angiographers (CRA) CertificationANDCertified Optical Coherence Tomographers (OCT-C) Certification by the end of the first three years of employment required if hired after May 27, 2016.
3. Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
EXPERIENCE:
1. One year of Retinal Angiography or Optical Coherence Tomography experience preferred.
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position.They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties.Other duties may be assigned.
1. Retinal Angiography.
2. Anterior Segment Photography.
3. Fundus Photography.
4. External/OculoPlasticsPhotography.
5. OCT diagnostic service.
6. Optic Nerve Head Analysis.
7. Provide assistance in creation of educational posters, scientific posters/presentations, lectures, clinical trials reports and provision of imaging services as directed and necessary.
8. ARVO support as directed.
9. Quarterly/Annual Ophthalmic CME course presentations.
10. Residents Day preparations.
11. Layout and design of educational materials as directed.
12. ARVO support as directed.
13. Assist in the education and training of students and other assigned personnel in clinical trial activities as required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1. Knowledge of basic medical terminology.
2. Knowledge of ocular anatomy and physiology.
3. Knowledge of standard photographic techniques, materials, processes and equipment.
4. Knowledge of Ophthalmic photography and process.
5. Effective written and verbal communication skills.
6. Performs tasks in a tactful and professional manner.
7. Must participate in the necessary steps in becoming certified for research imaging.
Additional Job Description:
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Shift:
Exempt/Non-Exempt:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)Company:
WVUH West Virginia University HospitalsCost Center:
8140 WVUH OphthalmologyAddress:
1 Medical Center DriveMorgantownWest VirginiaWVU Medicine is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We value diversity among our workforce and invite applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identity, gender identity and expression, socioeconomic status, language, national origin, religious affiliation, spiritual practice, age, mental and physical ability/disability or Veteran status.
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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
